A patient is diagnosed with cancer and requires 6 months of chemotherapy infusions.Which type of intravenous (IV)access device will likely be used?
A) Peripheral venous access device
B) Midline catheter
C) Winged needle venous access device
D) Implantable venous infusion port

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Implantable venous infusion ports are the most appropriate choice for prolonged chemotherapy infusions as they allow for reliable and long-term venous access with less risk of infection and less discomfort for the patient compared to peripheral venous access devices, midline catheters, or winged needle venous access devices.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with Cancer and Requires 6 Months